2009 10/21-10/27

MANILA MAIL COMMUNITY

Thousands attend the Raiders in Mabuhay Fiesta last Sunday, October 18th It is the Oakland Raider's way of honoring the Filipino American community and celebrating Filipino American History Month.

ASAP Sessionistas, Diamond-awardee Nina, MYMP, Duncan Ramos, Richard Poon, Sitti Navarro and Aiza Seguerra will perform at the San Jose Civic Auditorium on Saturday, November 7 at 8:00 pm.

The City of San Ramon must be proud to know that in the recent Macy''s Passport Fashion Show held at The Fort Mason in San Francisco, its very own David Lim, 26, modeled creations from well-known designers like Calvin Klein, etc. He is currently signed up withFord Models.

Pastor Andy Antenor and his family happily received a certificate of recognition during the Crossroads Christian Center's 21st anniversary from Dr. Samuel Huddleston from the Assemblies of God office.

Shown are Pastor Andy Antenor and the leaders of Crossroads Christian Center on its 21st anniversay on September 27. Shown also are guests Pastor Rene Canlas from the Philippines and Bro Abraham Santos (Pastor Antenor's father-in-law).

ASAP Sessionistas To Perform In San Jose Next Saturday, Nov 7th

Nina, Aiza Seguerra, MYMP, Richard Poon, Duncan Ramos & Sitti Headline San Jose Concert

Listen to them and watch them live, the ASAP Sessionistas, in San Jose this coming Saturday, November 7^th at 7:30pm! The Sessionistas, of course, is composed of the "Soul Siren" and ‘Diamond-awardee’ NINA, Asia's acoustic sensation AIZA SEGUERRA, R' n 'B Master DUNCAN RAMOS, acoustic band MYMP, Michael Buble of the Philippines RICHARD POON, and Bossa Nova Queen SITTI NAVARRO.

Noted Cosmetic Surgeon from Manila , Manny Calayan will also appear in the event.

The gathering not only combines the musical muscles of the industry, it’s also the big mix of different music genres — from R&B to acoustic, bossa nova to soul and ballads to standards.

Already shown in Manila , the concert will be the biggest jamming affair of the year. It is an opportunity to watch them perform together in one big venue here in Northern California .

Launched in ASAP’09 early this year, the very concept of ASAP Sessionistas is to bring together an all-star lineup of the hottest and most in-demand performers in various bars and restaurants in one jamming segment.

For tickets, contact ERIC @ (408)438-0470; Edwina (415) 370-2802; or Flor (650) 580-7653.

SEEN IN THE CITY

2^nd Annual Raiders Mabuhay Fiesta, A Success!

It was a huge successful event - the 2nd Annual Raiders Mabuhay Fiesta held last Monday, October 18, at the Oakland Coliseum. The highlights of the event, include:

• The Raiders Mabuhay Fiesta is the Oakland Raider's way of honoring theFilipino American community and celebrating Filipino American History Month.

• October 18 is a historic day because the earliest documented proof of Filipino presence in the Continental United States was on October 18, 1587.

• The pre-game entertainment at Raiderville, hosted by Franco Finn and Jason Mateo, included performances by:

DJ CMC, DJ B-Strut and DJ Steez-O

Lil Jordan

Divo Dayer

Soulciety

Trackacademics

Bwan, Mr. Rey and DJ Delrokz

Jern-Eye and DJ Icewater

Steps, Styles & Spotlights

Desi Arnez

Mike Dash E

DJ Samala and Jeremy John

Special appearance by Ana "The Hurricane" Julaton

• National Anthem sung by: Philippine Madrigal Singers.

• Video messages on the jumbotron throughout the game by: Manny "The Pacman" Pacquiao, Lea Salonga and Kuh Ledesma.

• Special half-time show by: Likha Pilipino Folk Ensemble, Parangal Dance Company and Kawayan Folk Arts. This was the very first time Filipino folk dancewas presented at a National Footbal League half-time show. This was also the first time several Filipino folk dance groups in the Bay Area collaborated together to perform a combined folk dance showcase -- all in the inspirit of bayanihan, collaboration and unity.

• Part of the proceeds will be donated to the Typhoon Ondoy Relief efforts (via ABS-CBN Foundation)

• Approximately 1000 people purchased the special Mabuhay Fiesta ticket package, which included a commemorative Radiers Manny Pacquiao rally towel.

Congratulations to the Al Perez and this event’s organizing committee!

TO-BE-SEEN IN THE CITY

Journey’s Arnel Pineda To Appear In Oakland Next Saturday, November 6^th!

Spend a Filipino Heritage Night with The Journey’s Arnel Pineda, together with the Golden State Warriors vs the Clippers on Saturday, November 6^th at 7:30pm at the Oracle Arena in Oakland , CA .

With your paid admission, you will get a commemorative Filipino Heritage T-shirt, a cultural entertainment throughout the event, a post-game Q&A with Journey’s Arnel Pineda.

A portion of every ticket sold will benefit the Arnel Pineda Foundation (last seen donating a $25,000 check in The Buzz last Sunday). For further info on his foundation, go to www.ArnelPinedaFoundation.org or email Will Mallari atw.mallari@gmail.com

For ticket questions, contact Kristin Cantlin at (510) 986-5403 / kscantlin@gs-warriors.com.

PERSONAL NOTES

Lucky winners had been picked to David Foster & Friends FREE Concert (featuring our very own Charice, American Idol Finalist, Michael Johns, among others) tickets, and they are the following:

Marguerite Ro

415 Cornell Avenue

Albany, CA 94706

Evelyn Deluna

246 Dennis Drive

Daly City, CA 94015

Peter Manalasta

1123 W. Calaveras Blvd.

Milpitas, CA 95035

Teodorico Johnson

451 2nd Street

Redwood City, CA 94059

To the winners, to claim your tickets, kindly call the Manila Mail office between 9am to 4pm at (659) 991-1822 or go to the ‘will call’ counter of HP Pavilion Ticket Office in San Jose on Friday, November 6^th before the show starts at 7:00pm.

Quote of the Week – “Be inspired.” By noted San Jose-based High Fashion Photographer, Mr. Eddie Cotillon, his response to all other professionals he mentored in the past on the secrets of his success. To those running after that dream, he highly endorses for a serious motivation and reading, the book ‘The Tipping Point’ by Malcolm Gladwell.

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